UNT to celebrate state-wide education initiative May 3

The North Texas Regional P-16 College and Career Readiness Marketing Project, headquartered at the University of North Texas, will host a visit for 60 middle school students on May 3 to encourage participation in higher education as part of the state-wide celebration of GenTX day.

"The outcomes associated with the North Texas Regional P-16 Council are: better prepared students, healthier and productive schools, improved educational standings in communities and educated citizens and workforces in communities in the north Texas region," Keller said.

Generation TX is a statewide initiative, supported by the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board, which focuses on creating a college-going culture across the state. Generation TX is working to clarify the path to college for Texas students and families by providing information on college readiness, college application and financial aid. The first annual GenTX Day launched on May 2011 in Fort Worth, San Antonio and Houston.

Funding for the North Texas Regional P-16 council project is provided by a $50,000 grant from the Texas Higher Education Coordinating Board.

Participation in GenTX day includes wearing a college T-shirt and either filling out a college application, taking a college tour or being a college mentor.

For more information on GenTX day contact the UNT Office of Outreach at 940-369-7391.